The breakdown of traditional family structures can be linked to the decline in religious engagement. It points out the diminishing number of households with married parents and emphasizes the impact of this on various societal issues. J.P. De Gance calls attention to the lack of focus on marriage ministries within churches and suggests that addressing this gap is crucial for combating the ongoing faith crisis.
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The Church Is Shrinking. But the Christians Who Remain Have the Happiest Marriages in America.
A new IFS report finds 79% of churchgoing Catholics and 74% of churchgoing Protestants are very happily married, compared to 66% of non-religious spouses. The faith-family paradox is real and it’s good news for your church.
Dads Are More Involved Than Ever. But “Involved” Shouldn’t Mean “Just Like Mom.”
A new IFS essay argues that fathers bring distinct, non-interchangeable contributions to their children. The research backs it up — and so does the church. Here’s why it matters for your family ministry.
Unmarried Motherhood in America Isn’t Declining. It’s Aging. And That Changes Everything.
A new IFS analysis finds that in 2024, unmarried women over 40 had a higher birth rate than unmarried teens for the first time ever. The story of nonmarital births has fundamentally changed. Here’s what it means for your church.